West Ballina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre

Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre

4/5(19 reviews)

You can take time to visit Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre during your travels to Ballina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre
Pat Morton Lookout

Pat Morton Lookout

4/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Ballina with a trip to Pat Morton Lookout. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Pat Morton Lookout

Big Prawn

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Ballina when you take a trip to Big Prawn. Wander through the riverfront and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Big Prawn

Ballina Fair Shopping Centre

4/5(152 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ballina Fair Shopping Centre during your trip to Ballina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

Ballina Fair Shopping Centre

Ballina Golf Club

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ballina at Ballina Golf Club. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

Ballina Golf Club

Ballina Racecourse

You can take time to visit Ballina Racecourse during your travels to Ballina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

Ballina Racecourse

Activities

Surfing Lesson in Lennox Head

Surfing Lesson in Lennox Head

AU$65
per adult
Surfing Lesson in Lennox Head
Byron Bay: Waterfalls and Hidden Gems Day Tour

Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour

AU$129
per adult
Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour
Platypus

Byron Bay Platypus Walk

AU$179
per adult
Byron Bay Platypus Walk
Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

AU$85
per adult
Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson
Mullumbimby

Beyond Byron Hinterland Tour

AU$199
per adult
Beyond Byron Hinterland Tour
Koala with joey

Byron Bay Wildlife Safari

AU$179
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Byron Bay Wildlife Safari
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Our pick of the best West Ballina Hotel Deals

Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre
Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre
4 out of 5
1 Ronan Place, West Ballina, NSW
The price is AU$185 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
AU$185
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (538 reviews)
"Such a friendly and warm welcome and assistance when I left something behind and came back to collect it, also room was spacious with couch, breakfast bench and quite a large room with parking straight outside our door. All in all a great stay thanks so much"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre
Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina
Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina
3.5 out of 5
486 River Street, West Ballina, NSW
The price is AU$153 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Big Prawn and Saunders Oval are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (489 reviews)
"The room was lovely and clean, the bed was very comfortable, we would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025

Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
3.5 out of 5
399 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is AU$183 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly holiday park in Byron Bay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely and safe"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
4.5 out of 5
2 Martin Street, Ballina, NSW
The price is AU$225 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
AU$225
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Corner room a must
"Lovely corner room with great view of river. Beautiful breakfast and 2 nice restaurants close by. Parking included. Would definitely recommend Pool is lovely too although not so easy for disabled to get out"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
4 out of 5
20-22 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is AU$196 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$196
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (934 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
Elements of Byron
Elements of Byron
5 out of 5
144 Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is AU$478 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$478
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Wategos Beach and Belongil Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
"Was so family friendly. Daughter loved pool. Restaurants book out days in advance. Best to book ahead before your stay. Lovely staff and great location as it’s close to town"

Reviewed on 22 Oct. 2020

Elements of Byron
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Other neighbourhoods around West Ballina

Ballina which includes a beach

East Ballina

East Ballina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ballina Golf Club and Shelly Beach.

East Ballina
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Skennars Head

If you're spending some time in Skennars Head, Sharpe's Beach and Angels Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Skennars Head
Lennox Head which includes a bay or harbour, surf and rocky coastline

North Creek

North Creek is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Ballina.

North Creek
Lennox Head which includes a coastal town

Lennox Head

Travellers come to Lennox Head for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach while you're in town.

Lennox Head

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